Rose T.
3/14/2023
No words (ironically) can properly describe my incredible experience at the Silent Stay Retreat with Ruth and Bruce. Both are such LOVELY and easy going people. The grounds, ALL 35 acres, are just...
Silent Stay Meditation & Retreat Center
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750 Ladera Ln
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Silent Stay Meditation & Retreat Center offers a sanctuary for individuals seeking respite from the bustle of everyday life. Nestled in Santa Barbara, CA, the center provides 2 to 3 night retreat stays at the Pacifica Graduate Institute, guiding guests through teachings on heart-centered silence.
Since 1983, Silent Stay has been a beacon for those looking to explore their inner landscape through silent meditation sessions, quiet walks along scenic paths, and moments of rest within expansive gardens overlooking the ocean and Santa Ynez mountains.
Emphasizing simplicity and inner peace, the center's non-denominational approach allows each visitor to connect with the sacred within, fostering a sense of community through shared silence. Through activities like journaling, reading, and meditation, guests can rediscover the depth of their inner being and embrace the spacious quiet of the heart.
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5.038 reviews
Lily V.
12/20/2018
This place is hidden, beautiful, and perfect for a silent retreat for the peace of mind and to take a break from the loud and hectic day-to-day, especially since I live in the Bay Area. I love...
Tawny C.
6/17/2018
I am now back to life in reality since my stay for two nights last week and before that about 18 months ago. This place has changed my life yet again... Ruth and Bruce are truly living angels....
Alex L.
9/9/2023
If you are looking for silence you won't find it here. From the people running it, people working there, talking through the whole meditation (which isn't meditation) and doing a call and...
Kelly K.
12/12/2017
It's no surprise that Silent Stay has 5 Stars on Yelp. I didn't do tons of research before I went, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I was pleased with the entire experience. This place is very...
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